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$122,628 - $136,449 (HEW Level 8) plus 17% employer’s superannuation contribution and annual leave loading
Join a supportive and collaborative team within a adaptable and adaptable working environment.
Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Macquarie University is hiring for a Prospect Development Specialist to develop, manage and source prospect opportunities to support the University’s fundraising activities. Our Philanthropy and Alumni Relations within the Office of the Vice-Chancellor is responsible for all philanthropic activity across the University and creates, develops and manages relationships with alumni, friends and donors, and other supporters who help advance the University's mission.
The Prospect Development Specialist plays a critical role in advancing Macquarie University’s philanthropic goals by identifying, researching, and prioritising high-potential donors whose values align with the University’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, build and manage an efficient research analysis and pipeline of prospective donors to support the University’s fundraising activities.
Develop and implement prospect research processes and protocols.
Develop and implement prospect screening and data mining activities to identify a prospective donor’s capacity for donation to maximise the impact of data and information for fundraising and alumni relations needs
Conduct research and analysis and develop research reports on the capacity and affinity of new prospective donors for fundraising programs
Analyse prospect information to recommend appropriate ratings and solicitation avenues for fundraising projects and collate prospect information into organised profiles
Manage the quality and integrity of prospect assignment, activity, and profile data
Ensure prospect research activity adheres to legal and regulatory requirements and ethical standards
Monitor and evaluate professional research and fundraising literature for new technologies and approaches and make recommendations to the Executive Director, Philanthropy and Alumni Relations and the Philanthropy and Alumni Relations Office on those that will increase the University’s effectiveness in fundraising
Comply with relevant EEO and WHS regulations
Perform any other duties as required and appropriate for this classification
About You
Degree and/or equivalent experience in a related discipline
Sound knowledge of higher education fundraising
Demonstrated knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising
Knowledge of and competence in word processing, spreadsheets and fundraising database software
Experience with building and managing relationships with donors and other key stakeholders
Prospect identification, diagnostic analysis and research, particularly working with a broad range of electronic resources, including web search engines and directories; and public and commercial research tools.
Experience with developing processes and protocols for obtaining and managing prospect data.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
Why work at Macquarie
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.
Our prime location, we are walking distance from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Not only are we close, take a look at our benefits on offer:
17% Superannuation
Subsidised onsite parking options
Flexible working options
Training and professional development
Onsite childcare facilities
Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
Onsite vacation care
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics
Please note that this position will require a criminal record check. Work hours may vary from time to time to accommodate business needs.
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Applications Close: 15/10/2025 11:59 PM
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📌 Prospect Research Specialist (Philanthropy)
🏢 Macquarie University
📍 North Ryde